Choosing the Best Door Threshold for Your New-Build Home

Door thresholds are essential for creating smooth transitions between different rooms and flooring types, providing important functional benefits while also completing the aesthetic appearance of your space. As new-build homes offer a blank canvas with which to create your dream living space, every detail matters when making your environment beautiful, safe, and long-lasting, which is why incorporating the right door threshold is essential.

Did Your New-Build Home Come With Flooring?

New-build homes may or may not come with flooring included. In some cases, new homes are sold with essential floorings like carpets and vinyl included; however, many developers offer these as optional extras, allowing buyers to choose from a range of styles and finishes to personalise their space. Whether your home came as a blank slate or you want to add your own style to pre-existing flooring, door thresholds come in many different materials and finishes to match exactly what your home needs.

The Importance of Door Thresholds To Your Home

Door thresholds are integral to the safety and durability of your home. They absorb much of the damage caused by foot traffic and play a critical role in preventing the edges of flooring from fraying. This makes them especially valuable in new-build homes, where long-term durability is a key concern. Thresholds can also dramatically elevate the visual flow between different rooms, offering a cohesive and refined look throughout your home. Here are the key benefits to be gained from door thresholds:

• An Important Finishing Touch: Door thresholds provide a polished finish to a room by seamlessly blending the junctions between different flooring types. This attention to detail can elevate the interior design of the home, but also ensures that every corner reflects thoughtful craftsmanship and style. 
• Durability and Protection: Thresholds protect the integrity of your flooring by preventing the edges from fraying or splitting, preserving the flooring’s look and longevity. 
• Safety: By creating a smooth transition between spaces, thresholds reduce the risk of tripping and falling, aiding both safety and accessibility.
• Energy Efficiency: Properly installed thresholds can improve the home’s insulation by blocking drafts and air leaks at door bases, reducing the need for excessive heating or cooling and lowering energy costs. 
• Preventing Pests: Thresholds also serve as a barrier to pests, helping to block an easy entry point for insects and small rodents, particularly important in ground-floor doors or those leading to outdoor areas.

Flooring Options

Choosing flooring for your home can be an overwhelming task. You may be opting for something classic like solid wood, something cosier with carpet, or wanting the more cost-conscious choice with laminate. Whatever you decide, there are door thresholds for exactly your needs. The 5 main types of threshold are dividers, bumper seal, saddle, heavy-duty, and thermal break. If you need more in-depth information about what threshold type is right for you, here is a simple Guide To Door Thresholds and another on the 5 Different Interior Door Threshold Styles, which should answer all your questions.

Make It Your Own: Door Thresholds for Any Style

Door thresholds offer a unique opportunity to add touches of individuality to the practical elements of your home. The choice of material and design of thresholds can significantly enhance an overall interior design style.

Brass Thresholds

These offer a classic and elegant look, making them perfect for traditional or vintage-inspired interiors. The golden tones of brass can complement rich, deep colour palettes and are ideal for homes aiming for an ornate or cottage style. They work exceptionally well with wood flooring or warm beige carpeting for a rustic appeal. 
Here is an example in our beautiful Bevel Cap threshold in Antique Brass.

Chrome Thresholds

With a sleek and polished finish, chrome thresholds lend themselves well to modern and minimalist interiors. Chrome is particularly effective in achieving a contemporary, streamlined look, complementing monochromatic and neutral colour schemes. 

Our Square Cap in Brushed Chrome encapsulates this design idea.

Wood Thresholds

Wood thresholds can be very versatile, creating a natural and classic space that can be applied to a wide range of design styles such as coastal, vintage, modern, and more. They blend seamlessly with wooden floors or can provide a bolder contrast to tiled or carpeted areas. Whether you’ve chosen solid wood floors or wood-style laminate, you can find a door threshold to perfectly accent them. 

This can be seen with our gorgeous Ali Transitions in Chrome Wood.

By choosing a threshold that aligns with your design vision – be it luxurious, earthy, or sleek – you can create a cohesively styled space that flows naturally from room to room, while still protecting the integrity of your flooring.

Standing the Test of Time

The durability and longevity of practical elements are key factors to consider when designing the interior of your newly built home. Door thresholds have to withstand constant foot traffic, making their durability a priority, especially for homes with children and pets. Additionally, choosing thresholds that require minimal upkeep can keep your home looking beautiful without any hassle. 

Like when choosing flooring, considering the ease of maintenance is important when deciding on a door threshold. For example, lighter colours are more likely to show any dirt or scuffing, so opting for dark colours might work better if you want a low-maintenance option. 

Selecting the right thresholds involves balancing aesthetics with practical considerations, but thanks to a wide range of options, you will certainly be able to find the right threshold for your home.

Fitting a Door Threshold

If you need advice on how to correctly fit your interior door thresholds, here is our simple yet comprehensive guide on How to Install & Remove Door Thresholds.

Explore Interior Door Thresholds

For high-quality and beautifully designed door thresholds, choose Stair Rods Direct. Explore our extensive range today and find the perfect match for your home. We even offer free UK shipping on orders over £75.